Danielle Santagata
Jay Fogleman
EDC 102 H MWF
26 September 2011
High School Setting
My high school setting was especially important to my education. In comparison to others, Chariho High School was a rather small public school. It was made up of three different towns, yet it still only consisted of about 1,600 students. Chariho is located in the southern part of Rhode Island, in a town called Richmond. Our school, for the most part, had teachers that wanted to be there, were well educated, and taught in ways that were easily understood. My school, like many others, offered classes based on your academic level; like college prep, honors, and advanced placement courses. As mentioned in previous papers, I was a very dedicated student and I took my schoolwork very seriously. I was at the top of my class and I took pride in my academic success. Therefore, I feel very fortunate to have attended a school like Chariho because it definitely prepared me for the future.
My school held high expectations for their students and expected the best from everyone. They were always able to provide us with up-to-date textbooks and current technology essential for our success. My school recognized that all students can learn and provided the tools, support, and connections we needed to reach our full potential. The teachers were very approachable and if a student ever needed help they were always willing to find the time for them. The faculty would continually attend meetings to discuss effective teaching strategies with their colleagues, and find ways to strengthen their abilities. My school also had a very strong respect policy. They would not tolerate bullying or anything of the like. Students and teachers usually got along well. As in every school though, there were always certain students that felt the need to rebel, but the administrators would step in if things got out of control. The parents and community members played an active roll in supporting my school as well. Parents were constantly participating in school functions and offering feedback to the school on ways they could improve. They held both school officials and themselves accountable for results.
In school I was mostly involved on an academic level. Although I did join a few clubs, I never had a big role in any of them. I forced myself to join them because I needed to seem like a well-rounded student when I applied for college. For the most part, I concentrated on my studies and nothing else. In my free time you would always catch me reading, and I did play on a recreational softball league. But sports connected with my school always seemed too intense. I never liked the serious competition aspect of the games and I was not a huge fan of the everyday practices. I felt time was better spent on getting ahead academically rather than socially. Not to say I was a hermit or anything, I did have a social life! You could always find me at school dances and the occasional football game. I definitely think having a social life is important in high school, but for me, my studies always came first.
In my high school, when class ranks came out, it was always a competition to see who could do better than everyone else. People would wear their rank (if it was good) like a trophy. Others would look at you with both respect and envy if you did well. I was sixteenth in my class, and I was so proud to be there. At the end of my senior year, the school offered a breakfast for all the students in the top twenty. It was my school’s way of telling us just how much they appreciated our efforts throughout high school.
All my teachers were great, but my French teacher, Madam MacLean, was my favorite. She was always there when I had a problem and she was so funny! Her class was always entertaining and she actually made learning fun for me. She has been teaching at Chariho for a long time, so she definitely understood the different ways to approach teaching and I learned a lot. If I ever needed extra help she could always fit me into her busy schedule. She is one of the reasons I want to become a teacher. I want to have an impact on people and be able to offer insight into the world just like her.
My high school was, in my opinion, a great school. It was by no means perfect, but it was still better than most. I enjoyed my classes, and I was able to learn in so many different ways. I got to know myself as a learner and I figured out exactly what I want to do with the rest of my life. I know I am adequately prepared for college because I pushed myself so hard in high school. I am very lucky to have attended Chariho and received a good education, when I know others are not as fortunate. In my school students are not bullied because they do well, but instead they are honored and admired for their successes. My high school experience has shaped me into the student I am today, and I am happy with the results.
Jay Fogleman
EDC 102 H MWF
26 September 2011
High School Setting
My high school setting was especially important to my education. In comparison to others, Chariho High School was a rather small public school. It was made up of three different towns, yet it still only consisted of about 1,600 students. Chariho is located in the southern part of Rhode Island, in a town called Richmond. Our school, for the most part, had teachers that wanted to be there, were well educated, and taught in ways that were easily understood. My school, like many others, offered classes based on your academic level; like college prep, honors, and advanced placement courses. As mentioned in previous papers, I was a very dedicated student and I took my schoolwork very seriously. I was at the top of my class and I took pride in my academic success. Therefore, I feel very fortunate to have attended a school like Chariho because it definitely prepared me for the future.
My school held high expectations for their students and expected the best from everyone. They were always able to provide us with up-to-date textbooks and current technology essential for our success. My school recognized that all students can learn and provided the tools, support, and connections we needed to reach our full potential. The teachers were very approachable and if a student ever needed help they were always willing to find the time for them. The faculty would continually attend meetings to discuss effective teaching strategies with their colleagues, and find ways to strengthen their abilities. My school also had a very strong respect policy. They would not tolerate bullying or anything of the like. Students and teachers usually got along well. As in every school though, there were always certain students that felt the need to rebel, but the administrators would step in if things got out of control. The parents and community members played an active roll in supporting my school as well. Parents were constantly participating in school functions and offering feedback to the school on ways they could improve. They held both school officials and themselves accountable for results.
In school I was mostly involved on an academic level. Although I did join a few clubs, I never had a big role in any of them. I forced myself to join them because I needed to seem like a well-rounded student when I applied for college. For the most part, I concentrated on my studies and nothing else. In my free time you would always catch me reading, and I did play on a recreational softball league. But sports connected with my school always seemed too intense. I never liked the serious competition aspect of the games and I was not a huge fan of the everyday practices. I felt time was better spent on getting ahead academically rather than socially. Not to say I was a hermit or anything, I did have a social life! You could always find me at school dances and the occasional football game. I definitely think having a social life is important in high school, but for me, my studies always came first.
In my high school, when class ranks came out, it was always a competition to see who could do better than everyone else. People would wear their rank (if it was good) like a trophy. Others would look at you with both respect and envy if you did well. I was sixteenth in my class, and I was so proud to be there. At the end of my senior year, the school offered a breakfast for all the students in the top twenty. It was my school’s way of telling us just how much they appreciated our efforts throughout high school.
All my teachers were great, but my French teacher, Madam MacLean, was my favorite. She was always there when I had a problem and she was so funny! Her class was always entertaining and she actually made learning fun for me. She has been teaching at Chariho for a long time, so she definitely understood the different ways to approach teaching and I learned a lot. If I ever needed extra help she could always fit me into her busy schedule. She is one of the reasons I want to become a teacher. I want to have an impact on people and be able to offer insight into the world just like her.
My high school was, in my opinion, a great school. It was by no means perfect, but it was still better than most. I enjoyed my classes, and I was able to learn in so many different ways. I got to know myself as a learner and I figured out exactly what I want to do with the rest of my life. I know I am adequately prepared for college because I pushed myself so hard in high school. I am very lucky to have attended Chariho and received a good education, when I know others are not as fortunate. In my school students are not bullied because they do well, but instead they are honored and admired for their successes. My high school experience has shaped me into the student I am today, and I am happy with the results.